
Caerphilly Camera Club
Themed Competition Definitions for 2025
The Club hold Themed Competitions throughout the year. Definitions are provided below as suggested by the theme proposer. These definitions are passed onto all Club Members and given to the Judges prior to the judging taking place.
March 11th - Competition 2 - Minimalistic
Minimalistic Definition - Minimalistic photography is a style that involves capturing simple compositions, often with a focus on a single subject or a few carefully chosen elements. The goal is to convey a sense of simplicity, elegance and clarity through the use of clean lines, open spaces and a minimal number of visual elements.
May 13th - Competition 4 - Motion
Motion Definition - Motion photography is a technique that captures movement in a single frame or creates the illusion of movement in a photo
September 23rd - Competition 6 - Urban / Rural Decay
Urban / Rural Decay Definition - 'Urban / Rural Decay' refers to the deterioration and decline of urban and rural areas, often characterized by dilapidated buildings, infrastructure, and social problems
November 11th - Competition 8 - Reflection
Reflection Definition - Reflection photography is a creative way to capture images using reflective surfaces, such as water, glass, or mirrors, to create interesting compositions. It can be used in many types of photography, including landscape, architectural, and self-portraiture
January 2026 - Bryn Evans Cup - Light and Shadow
Light and Shadow Definition - A technique that emphasizes the use of light and shadows to create depth, mood, and texture within an image. Manipulating natural and artificial light sources, photographs can be created with dramatic effects, highlighting textures and shapes.
Examples may include but are not limited to: - beams of light in dust, broken light filtering through trees or window blinds, “Rembrandt” portrait lighting, and the shadows they create. The shadows created should also be a considered subject.